How Much Is a Private Jet from London to Paris?

Flying by private jet from London to Paris is one of the most in-demand short-haul routes in Europe. Whether for business, a weekend escape, or a same-day turnaround, the journey takes around 45 minutes and offers total flexibility, privacy, and speed.

But what does it actually cost?

Here is the full breakdown of private jet prices from London to Paris in 2025, including aircraft types, fees, and insider tips to get the best rate.

Typical Price Range for a Private Jet: London → Paris

Prices vary depending on aircraft size, seasonality, departure airport, and how close to the flight date you book.

💷 Average One-Way Pricing

  • Light Jet: £6,000 – £9,000

  • Midsize Jet: £9,000 – £14,000

  • Heavy Jet: £15,000 – £25,000

  • VIP / Ultra-Long-Range Jet: £25,000 – £45,000+

These are point-to-point charter estimates departing from London Luton, Farnborough, Biggin Hill, or London City Private Jet Centre and landing at Paris Le Bourget.

What Influences the Price?

1. Aircraft Type

A light jet is perfect for 2–6 passengers, while a heavy jet suits 10–14 travellers.

  • Light Jet Examples: Citation CJ2, Phenom 300

  • Midsize Jet Examples: Hawker 900XP, Citation Latitude

  • Heavy Jet Examples: Falcon 2000, Challenger 650

  • Ultra-Long-Range Examples: Gulfstream G650/700, Global 7500

The bigger the cabin, the higher the hourly rate.

2. One-Way vs Round Trip

A return journey in one day is much cheaper than spreading your trip across multiple days, because:

  • The aircraft doesn’t need overnight parking.

  • You avoid repositioning fees.

  • Crew duty time doesn’t exceed limits.

Same-day return: from £10,000 – £16,000
Overnight return: from £12,000 – £22,000+

3. Airport Fees

Different airports charge different:

  • Landing fees

  • Handling fees

  • Parking fees

  • Passenger taxes

Farnborough and Luton generally have higher fees, but offer world-class FBO lounges.

4. Empty Legs (Best Value)

You can save 40–70% by booking an empty leg flight — a jet repositioning without passengers.

Typical empty leg London ↔ Paris pricing:

  • £2,000 – £5,000 depending on aircraft.

These appear last-minute, so flexibility is key.

Example Price Breakdown (Light Jet)

Cost ComponentEstimated CostBase Charter (1 hour)£4,500 – £6,500Handling & Landing Fees£600 – £1,200Passenger Taxes~£78 per passengerCrew / Ops / Fuel Surcharges£500 – £1,000

Total one-way: £6,000 – £9,000

Which Airports to Use?

London Departures

  • Farnborough – most luxurious FBO, fastest boarding

  • Luton – largest selection of aircraft

  • Biggin Hill – closest to central London

  • London City (LCY Jet Centre) – ultra-convenient for Canary Wharf

Paris Arrivals

  • Le Bourget (LBG) – Europe’s busiest private jet airport

  • 20 minutes from the Champs-Élysées

How to Get the Best Rate

Be flexible with time and departure airport
Choose a light jet unless you need more space
Ask for empty legs or shared legs
Avoid peak times (fashion week, Wimbledon, art fairs)
Book 7–14 days in advance for optimal pricing

Who Is This Route Best For?

  • Business travellers needing same-day meetings

  • Couples escaping to Paris for 24–48 hours

  • Families or groups travelling with luggage

  • VIPs needing privacy and speed

  • Ultra-luxury travellers combining with hotels like Ritz Paris, Cheval Blanc, and La Réserve

Final Thoughts

The London–Paris route is the gold standard of short-haul private jet travel — fast, flexible, and surprisingly affordable when shared across a group. Whether you’re flying for a business meeting or a Parisian weekend, a private jet offers complete control over your schedule and a seamless, luxury experience from door to door.

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